1963 Lotus Elan vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 726 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lotus Elan | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Elan | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2610 mm |
